A Safe Space to Land

Providing hospitable overnight shelter to our neighbors in need. Clean clothes, nutritious meals and comfortable sleeping accommodations in a safe and secure environment.

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A Safe Space to Land

Providing hospitable overnight shelter to our neighbors in need. Clean clothes, nutritious meals and comfortable sleeping accommodations in a safe and secure environment.

shelter inquiriesSupport our shelters

A Safe Space to Land

Providing hospitable overnight shelter to our neighbors in need. Clean clothes, nutritious meals and comfortable sleeping accommodations in a safe and secure environment.

shelter inquiries

6847 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL 61614
Phone: (309) 689-0915

Crisis relief services are available to women only.  Crisis relief services are offered in a clean and comfortable setting for up to seven nights per month.  Women in need of more than crisis relief are offered the opportunity to join a renewal program that best suits the needs of the individual. Crisis relief includes: Bed, showers, nutritious meals, clean clothes, chapel services, light case management.  Our shelter facility is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The Esther House provides a welcoming atmosphere where relief and hope are found in Christ.  We provide spiritual, emotional and physical care for the women we serve.

If you are a female by birth, age 18 years or older, please see below the services offered.

 

Provisions Include:

  • Beds
  • Showers
  • Nutritious meals
  • Clean clothes
  • Chapel services
  • Bible studies
  • Individualized case management

 

Shelter Facilities Include:

  • 28 beds
  • Shower facilities
  • Kitchen/dining room
  • Clothing room
  • Day room - books, magazines, board games, etc.

If you are a female, age 18 or older, needing immediate assistance, please see below for the services offered at the Esther House.

Guidelines

  • Female, 18 years and older
  • Must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Must not require assisted living care
  • Must be willing to abide by the rules of the Esther House

Services offered

  • Female, by birth, 18 years and older
  • Alcohol and drug free, you may not be under the influence and may be asked to breathalyze upon entry

  • Able and willing to perform daily living skills and care for oneself

  • Must be willing to follow community guidelines set forth by the Esther House

  • Overnight shelter

  • Check in from 2-5pm.  First time guests may check in at anytime

  • Any medication must be taken “as prescribed”